Cultural Programs
The JCC has a rich tradition in bringing Jewish cultural opportunities to its members and the St. Louis community. In maintaining that long standing tradition, the focus of the Roswell and Wilma Messing Cultural Arts Department has been on theatre, film and literature. The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival allows prominent authors to showcase their latest works and lets the readers get up close and personal. Our New Jewish Theatre was nominated for five Kevin Kline Awards (recognizing outstanding achievement in Professional Theatre in the Greater St. Louis area) in it first year of presenting, and took home the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Play. The New Jewish Theatre continues to run its seasons annually with at least four new productions. The St. Louis Jewish Film Festival brings poignant films and filmmakers, as they relate to Jewish values, culture and/or history and is a largely attended event. We also have our ever popular Used Book Sale and numerous other events throughout the year.
the basics...Explore the links and discover how you can get involved in the cultural events at the JCC. Whether you would like to volunteer, donate or attend an event, we have something for everyone!
for more information on any of the cultural arts vents listed, please contact
Melissa Brown, 314-442-3175.
Edie Greenberg has found the J to be a great place to meet many other moms who are raising their children Jewish, even though they come from other faiths.